Senior Construction Cost Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead and provide oversight of regional and project cost control functions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Direct the development of cost control systems, including project cost reports, forecasts, and change management procedures.
• Coordinate with project managers and financial teams to monitor cost data, identify variances, and implement corrective actions.
• Present monthly and quarterly cost performance reports to senior leadership, utilizing earned value analysis (EVA).
• Oversee project performance against budgets and schedules across multiple sites to identify and mitigate financial risks.
• Manage the preparation of project proposals, estimates, and budgets to ensure accurate financial projections.
• Supervise the management of change orders and review contractor invoices for contractual compliance.
• Mentor and develop junior cost control personnel to foster technical growth and career progression.

Requirements

• 10+ years of cost control or cost engineering experience in construction or infrastructure industries.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or a related technical field.
• Proven experience with hyperscale data centers or large-scale, mission-critical projects.
• Proficiency in SAP and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Deep knowledge of cost forecasting, variance analysis, and project financial reporting.
• Strong ability to communicate complex financial data to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States (sponsorship is not provided).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Construction Management, Finance, or Engineering Management.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Cost Professional (CCP) or Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM) and integrated risk-cost-schedule methodologies.
• Active membership in professional associations such as PMI or AACE.

About the Company

Decima International is a professional services company providing project management and controls services to clients in the United States and the Middle East. We approach every engagement as a partnership, focusing on attracting talented professionals and maintaining excellence in our service standards across all industry sectors.